Energy-efficient homes open in historic neighborhoods

November 30, 2012

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Mayor Annise Parker speaks during the unveiling of a pair of zero energy homes by HOUZE in Independence Heights Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012, in Houston. The initial rollout of HOUZE homes, using energy-wise next generation building systems, materials and technologies, was developed through a partnership with the City of Houston. The homes are designed to be so energy efficient that they can put energy back into the grid. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) (Houston Chronicle)

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Mayor Annise Parker speaks during the unveiling of a pair of zero energy homes by HOUZE in Independence Heights Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012, in Houston. The initial rollout of HOUZE homes, using energy-wise next generation building systems, materials and technologies, was developed through a partnership with the City of Houston. The homes are designed to be so energy efficient that they can put energy back into the grid. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) (Houston Chronicle)